Savor Holiday Meals

Poached Pears with Pomegranate Seeds

…guilt.  It’s common to feel guilty after an indulgent meal, but you can free yourself from it by allowing yourself unconditional permission to eat. If you tell yourself you shouldn’t…

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Hunger at the Holidays

Set of raw cereals, grains, pasta and canned food on the table.

Photo by fabrikasimf on Freepik. Hunger knows no season, and yet there’s something especially heart-rending about the reality of human hunger during the holiday season. If you are fortunate enough…

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Fridge-Free Snacks

Herbed Popcorn

…a hot car, or which at least don’t require refrigeration. This list of recipes brings you a range of homemade, shelf-stable snack options that have some dietary fiber, protein, and…

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Plant-Based Proteins Roundup

Red Lentil Salad with Dried Fruit & Toasted Pine Nuts

…If you’re passing on dried chickpeas, choose low sodium, 2-Guiding Star, canned options  Shopping tip: When you’re looking for something crunchy, satisfying snack, look toward Guiding Stars-earning chickpea snacks. Available…

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3 Star Breakfasts

Pumpkin Blender Waffles

…right direction. Tip: feel free to add a little cocoa powder. View recipe » Berry Breakfast Bowl 3 Guiding Stars Three Guiding Stars iconThree Guiding Stars indicate the best nutritional…

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Love is Soup

Two-Lentil Soup

the table, so try cutting the salt down in any soup you’re making to see how it goes. This soup also showcases two fantastic salt-free flavor additions that go a…

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